0917 ET - Truist analysts say "today's environment is in Walmart's sweet spot," as they parse 4Q results and yearly guidance in a research note. They say the retail heavyweight ended 2025 on a high note, with every segment reporting solid growth and margin expansion. "Overall, trends were strong/consistent throughout the year, and we expect more of the same in CY26 as product quality continues to increase, convenience options grow and consumers continue to seek 'value,'" the analysts say. They believe consumer behavior is expected to remain largely unchanged over the coming year, and that Walmart should be able to continue gaining market share and improving profitability. (connor.hart@wsj.com)

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